Prominent personalities

* **Robert E. Simon** — Real estate developer and the visionary founder of Reston, whose initials (RES) form the name of the community. * **Christian Siriano** — Renowned fashion designer and winner of *Project Runway*, who grew up in Reston. * **Grant Hill** — Hall of Fame NBA player who attended South Lakes High School. * **Maame Biney** — Olympic short-track speed skater who was raised in Reston. * **Alan Webb** — American record holder in the mile run, also a graduate of South Lakes High School.